Our lawyers specialise in pursuing and dealing with birth injury
claims, especially those that involve a child developing cerebral
palsy as a result of medical negligence. We have the knowledge and
experience to handle these complex and difficult cases.
We regularly obtain multi-million pound awards
for clients with cerebral palsy. This ensures that our clients can
obtain the best treatment, therapy, education and accommodation to
suit their needs throughout their lifetime. In many situations
annual payments are awarded in addition to lump sum payments.
What is cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy is the term that describes a
group of long-lasting, non-progressive conditions that affect body
movement and muscle co-ordination. Cerebral palsy is caused by
damage to one or more parts of the brain.
How can cerebral palsy be caused by medical negligence?
Most cerebral palsy claims will involve
allegations that there was a failure to deliver a child when there
were indications of stress. A delay in delivery of a child may
result in the child being deprived of oxygen. This can cause
cerebral palsy.
In many of our cases we argue that the
obstetrician or midwife failed to interpret the CTG trace
correctly. This in turn could result in a delay in delivering a
child and result in oxygen deprivation.
In addition, cerebral palsy may also be caused
after delivery of the child due to a number of rasons, including
missed bowel obstructions, infections or Kernicterus.
Legal claim
Cerebral palsy claims are extremely complex
and may take many years to litigate. It is important that your case
is dealt with by a solicitor who is experienced in acting on behalf
of clients with cerebral palsy and has a proven track record of
settling cerebral palsy claims.
If you believe that you might have a legal claim relating
to cerebral palsy, contact us to talk to a solicitor who
specialises in cerebral palsy.